RuPaul’s Drag Race—her fellow competitors gagged at the mere sight of the lauded performer.Or maybe it began with her Miss Continental pageant win in 2012, after that jaw-dropping talent number set to a killer mix that included (among others) Azealia Banks‘ “212.” Iconic!Or perhaps you have to go further back still—she is mother, after all, from the legendary House Of Colby, with plenty of drag daughters she calls her own (including Drag Race alum Kerri Colby and Next In Fashion designer Godoy).Regardless, Sasha Colby has been and will always be a superstar, and her crowing on Drag Race this spring only solidified that further.A post shared by Sasha Colby (@sashacolby)And while her big moment of triumph came amid a wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation targeting the drag and trans communities in particular, Sasha hasn’t let that dim her shine.
Instead, she’s become an even brighter beacon of hope and happiness, always there to uplift her sisters and educate the rest of us on what it looks to lead with grace.Yes, Sasha Colby is queer resilience personified.
And while we could go on and on about what makes her such a worthy Pride50 honoree this year, there’s no one that could say it better than Sasha herself.With that in mind, we’ve assembled some of our favorites musings direct from the mouth of mother.
Below, find 10 choice inspirational quotes from the queen on Pride Month, allyship, hair flips, and so much more.Presenting: The collected wisdoms of Sasha Colby, long may she reign!If you’re feeling down about the state of things this June, how about a nice pick-me-up from the queen herself?